The High Anti-Corruption Court acquitted Volodymyr Orlov, former first deputy head of the Dnipropetrovsk Regional State Administration, in a bribery case. The court concluded that the accusations in the case, which lasted more than two years, were unfounded.
Devices for covert information gathering were discovered at the home of the head of NABU's detective unit, which investigates corruption in the defense sector. NABU has launched a pre-trial investigation into this incident, suspecting employees of one of the law enforcement agencies.
Currently, detectives and prosecutors of anti-corruption bodies are processing information on how bail funds were deposited for other defendants in the "Mindich case" and the origin of these funds.
NABU continues the extradition procedure in the "Mindich case", actively cooperating with more than 10 jurisdictions. Director Semen Kryvonos announced new details as the investigation continues.
Poroshenko and Kolomoisky formed an alliance to destabilize the country and escape prison, an expert said.
Political scientist Taras Zahorodnii considers NABU's actions against Yulia Tymoshenko to be political persecution aimed at parliament and the state. He links this to criticism of anti-corruption bodies and the work of parliamentary commissions.
Journalist Mykhailo Tkach refuted Ihor Kolomoisky's statement that Timur Mindich is his neighbor in Israel. This also confirms the falsity of Kolomoisky's previous statement about an assassination attempt on Mindich.
Vice Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba is lobbying for the appointment of Ihor Zelinsky to the post of head of the State Aviation Service, despite his involvement in decisions that could have harmed Ukrainian aviation and effectively played into the hands of the Russian Federation. Zelinsky's appointment could become a strategic mistake for the state and obviously carries risks for national security in wartime.
Political expert Kyrylo Sazonov claims that Ihor Kolomoisky is working to destabilize Ukraine in order to avoid criminal liability. His statements are in line with Russia's interests, which seeks destabilization.
ICU, a company that served the circles of Yanukovych and Poroshenko, avoids investigations despite working with sanctioned individuals and Russian state banks. Serhiy Lyamets, former editor of "Ekonomichna Pravda," believes that only the US and EU can investigate ICU's financial operations.
Israeli police do not confirm information about an assassination attempt on businessman Timur Mindich, a figure in a corruption case in the energy sector. Earlier, Ihor Kolomoisky announced an assassination attempt on Mindich on November 28 in Israel.
An assassination attempt was made on businessman Timur Mindich, a figure in the "Midas" case, in Israel on November 28, as reported by Ihor Kolomoisky. The criminals have been arrested, and a domestic worker was injured.
The government has announced a tender for the manager of the seized assets of IDS Ukraine, the producer of "Morshynska" and "Myrhorodska" mineral waters, with a short deadline for submitting documents by December 12. This decision has drawn criticism due to legal miscalculations and haste before the new law on ARMA comes into force.
Ukraine dropped to 105th place out of 180 countries in the Corruption Perception Index, losing one point due to a formal approach to reforms. This indicates stagnation in the fight against corruption, despite active legislative actions and successes in exposing corruption schemes.
People's Deputy Hanna Skorokhod reported searches conducted by NABU, SAPO, and SBU, calling it pressure. She is suspected of leading a criminal group that demanded a $250,000 bribe.
Political scientist Oleh Posternak in an op-ed for UNN on the possible consequences of Andriy Yermak's resignation for NBU Governor Andriy Pyshnyi and Investment Capital Ukraine.
An organized group that evaded over UAH 114 million in taxes through shadow grain transactions has been exposed in Ukraine. The scheme involved the owner of an agricultural company, an accountant, and a manager who bought grain for cash and exported it through controlled companies.
SAP tears apart internal conflicts despite the external success of Operation Midas - ex-prosecutor revealed behind-the-scenes incidents.
The High Anti-Corruption Court in absentia chose a pre-trial detention measure for businessman Timur Mindich in the form of detention.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak was shocked and confused after learning about Zelenskyy's decision to dismiss him from the post of head of the OP, although he was previously considered too influential to resign.
The high-profile anti-corruption operation by NABU and SAPO, which ended with the escape of businessman Timur Mindich, revealed deep systemic problems. The low quality of suspicions, the political context, and the lack of results in major cases undermine trust in the anti-corruption infrastructure.
Former SAP prosecutor Stanislav Bronytskyi criticized NABU Director Semen Kryvonos' statement regarding Timur Mindich's escape, calling it a manipulation. He emphasized that there are long-established methods to prevent suspects from fleeing, which were not applied.
The Security Service of Ukraine and the Prosecutor General's Office denied information about preparing treason charges against the head of the "Servant of the People" faction, David Arakhamia, or the head of the SAP, Oleksandr Klymenko.
Timur Mindich and Oleksandr Tsukerman are listed in the Ministry of Internal Affairs' database as persons hiding from pre-trial investigation bodies.
The head of the Main Intelligence Directorate, Kyrylo Budanov, predicts that Ukraine will withstand the winter season of trials despite the tense situation at the front and in the energy sector. He emphasized that winter may be difficult, but the country will survive it.
Lawyers point to the inaccuracy and inconsistency of the suspicion against businessman Timur Mindich, which could lead to the suspect avoiding punishment.
Political expert Mykhailo Shnaider stated that Ruslan Magamedrasulov, a NABU detective, should not escape criminal liability for trading technical hemp with the Russian Federation. Attempts to use the Mindich case to avoid punishment are groundless, as Magamedrasulov had no connection to it.
The "Servant of the People" faction issued a statement on the creation of a "coalition of national resilience" and a "government of national resilience" against the backdrop of the NABU and SAPO anti-corruption investigation. They call for negotiations between pro-Ukrainian factions and the formation of a government without party quotas.
Historian Yaroslav Hrytsak named Zaluzhnyi, Biletskyi, and Budanov as possible successors to Zelenskyy. He noted that Ukraine is close to the risk of national collapse due to Russian advances, economic crisis, and a corruption scandal.
Polish Prime Minister Tusk stated that from the first years of Volodymyr Zelenskyy's presidency, he warned him about Russia's use of corruption in Ukraine. He emphasized that any manifestations of corruption become a tool of Russian propaganda, which discredits Ukraine on the international stage.
